Hello datsmar... Yes I've been using Windows 10 since it was first introduced.. My Grandson, who also writes computer programing. Not only told me I should download the free version, but proceeded to do it for me. Other than a few minor differences, I was running Windows 7, and that mainly in the startup menu I can't say I like it more or less than what was running before... But then I'm still running Lightroom 3.6. Of course Window does still support it.. lol..

Hi Ronsh.. I bought my 5D Mark II brand new and I still haven't conquered all the features on it. Bodies come and go... If you find one you like just use it until... I've yet to find a low light situation that I can't capture what I want. For me the quality of the glass is paramount.

Hi Brenz:
Try this website from Cambridge in Colour... I does a pretty good job of explaining depth of field, with some pretty good graphics... http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/depth-of-field.htm If this site doesn't help I can give you a couple more refrences that might explain it better..

Hi Jackinthebox:
I own the Canon 100-mm macro lens, and it is one of my favorite. It is also great for general photography.. I also have the 12mm, 20mm and 36mm Kenko Extension tubes which really help with macro photography. I bought my Canon 100mm f/2.8 usm Macro, used through Craig's List, he had purchased it from one of the better online suppliers like KEH the year before and decided macro photography wasn't his cup of tea.

Hi brenz.. let me suggest this website on Canon lenses... It's easy to follow and understand... I own the 70-200 1: 28 L series lens Fantastic lens with tack sharp focus, how ever it doesn't give me the reach I would like... I shoot with a full frame Canon Mark ll, which also makes a difference.. http://photonotes.org/articles/beginner-faq/lenses.html

Hi JD: My first question to you would be about your t70 lenses... Are they usable on the Canon Rebel.. If they have the red dot on them they should be... The alternative would to be buying both the Nikon d3200 plus lenses.. Just food for thought..

Prank...

Hi skbostic74:
Here is a great website written for beginner photographers concerning Canon Lenses covering their quality & usage.. it also touches on a few of the other brands... It is my go to website when I have a question concerning Canon lenses.. http://photonotes.org/articles/beginner-faq/lenses.html Hope this helps..

Hi Hafmyne: Both cameras will offer you great shooting.. You will have supporters & detractors of both brands.. I happen to own & shoot a Canon 5D Markll Which is neither here nor there... Both make quality lenses.. Nikon tends to have for the most part, one high quality grade of lens while Canon offers a wide variety in the quality of lenses ranging from their kit lens to their "L" series professional lens... and the price to go with it... Keep in mind it's going to be the lens that will be your biggest investment... I own 5 different types of lens ranging from a kit telephoto to an "L" series telephoto, a plain old nifty 50 and a quality 100 mm Macro lens.. plus a 24 mm wide angle lens.. My suggestion would be to physically take both camera's in hand and try taking a few shots with each one.. See which is more comfortable for you to use.. The higher pixel count will only be really important if your planning on enlarging you pictures to poster size photos & I doubt the average person would notice that much difference even then.. Here is a great website explaining the different types & qualities of Canon lenses.. http://photonotes.org/articles/beginner-faq/lenses.html Hope this helps some.

Good answer Nikonian72... I'd add the person on the other end of the lens plays an equally important roll... I don't care how great the glass or equipment ... if the photographer is only a snap shooter, the results will generally look the same.. If there is a true photographer on the other end they will get great results no matter what equipment or glass they use.. Having said that it also shows the better the photographer, the better the equipment, the better the results.. Just my thought on the subject...

Hi again Jackinthebox: Indeed it does have a fairly narrow field of focus when you are using it as a macro lens or depth of field.. But depending on your subject it is a pretty good all round lens too... I'd advise you to go to the FAQ beginners website I gave you a link to and read about your new lens... I really love mine and I don't have "L" series glass.. Just keep practicing with it pay special attention to depth of field when doing any macro work.. I think after a while you'll find out you love it...

Indeed I can certainly understand your situation of buying from the USA considering were you're living now.. There should be some local markets over there that would save you quite a few dollars.. I'd still try looking for used lenses and possibly save yourself even more.. Then of course there is always Canon Direct Possibly one of their refurbished lenses. I have included one of my favorite web sites about Canon and a few other lenses.. It was written for beginner photographers making it reasonably easy to follow... Hope this helps.. There is some good information on lens quality and types for usage.. http://photonotes.org/articles/beginner-faq/lenses.html

Hi Jackinthebox: As Nikonian mentioned the 100mm 2.8 L usm Macro glass from Canon... is their very best... Also quite expensive... I've also read & heard good reports on his other recommendations... I found my own Canon 100 mm 2.8 usm... But certainly not "L" glass on Craig's List locally... What I'm saying is you Don't have to buy brand new There are also so great on line suppliers.. I bought a number of my lenses through KEH including the only "L" glass I own which is a 1.5 70-200 usm and I bought it used too.. Just a thought.

Hi conniep... Here is a great website on most all of Canon's lenses... It is specifically for beginners with questions on lenses... It is easy to follow and understand.. and is my go to website when I have a Canon lens question... http://photonotes.org/articles/beginner-faq/lenses.html

Hi ratzthree: I recall when I first uploaded my computers information it took well over a week to up load all the files. A lot will depend on the number and size of those files... I certainly appreciated it when my hard drive crashed less than a month later... I knew it was coming so it didn't surprise me when it did... It did take a lot less time to restore the files... No double and triple checking to be certain they are correct when they're sent back I suppose.